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Paste a listing link. Carvizia identifies the exact engine and shows you the faults waiting for it, what they cost and how much to knock off the price.
Volkswagen Polo · 2015
1.0 SE 60 bhp, manual, 63,000 mi
- Timing belt tensionerCritical£450 – £500
- Water pump leakHigh£300
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Everything the seller won't tell you
A history check tells you whether the car has been written off. Carvizia tells you what's going to happen to it: its engine's weak spots, overdue maintenance and what it's really worth.
Early EA211 engines can suffer from squealing tensioners. A snapped belt destroys the engine.
A price to negotiate
£5,495£4,615
4 costed arguments: Cat S history, timing belt, tyres, brake fluid.
Questions to ask the seller
- Has the timing belt been replaced yet, given the car is over ten years old?
- As it's a Cat S write-off, do you have the engineer's report and photos of the repair?
From link to report in minutes
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Paste the link
From AutoTrader, Gumtree, eBay Motors or any other listings site.
Listing link
https://www.gumtree.com/p/volkswagen/2015-polo|Check itAutoTraderGumtreeeBay Motors+ screenshots - 2
We identify the engine
Version, year, engine and gearbox are read from the listing.
Reading the listing…Volkswagen Polo · 20151.0 MPI 60 · CHYA - 3
You read the report
Faults, maintenance, market value and negotiation, ranked by severity.
Known faults5 things to watchTiming belt tensioner£450 – £500Water pump leaks£300Touchscreen faults£350 - 4
You decide
A well-prepared viewing, a better price, or a bad deal avoided in time.
Suggested price
£4,615
£5,4953/10
NO GOMain risk: timing belt tensioner · £450 – £500
Cheaper than a single nasty surprise
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Included in every report
- Exact engine identified
- Known faults and repair costs
- Upcoming maintenance
- Market value
- Negotiation arguments
- Viewing checklist
The report doesn't replace an inspection: always check the MOT history and take a test drive.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before running your first check.
How is this different from a vehicle history check?
History checks look at the past: they tell you whether the car has been stolen, written off or still has finance owing. Carvizia looks at the future: we analyse the mechanical reliability of its engine and gearbox to tell you what is likely to fail, its known issues and the costs ahead.
Where does the reliability information come from?
Manufacturer technical documentation, official recall campaigns, owners' forums and mechanics' feedback, researched for every check and turned into a clear diagnosis.
What do I need to check a listing?
Just the listing link. Carvizia works out the model, generation, engine and gearbox itself. If the site blocks access, you can also enter the details by hand or upload screenshots.
I know nothing about cars. Is this for me?
Yes, that's exactly who it's for. Every issue is explained in plain English with a severity level, so you know straight away whether it's a good or a bad deal.
How does the report help me get the price down?
It turns the listing's blind spots into costed arguments: a major service coming up, a known fault, a gap with the market value. You arrive with your case ready to go.
Does the report replace an MOT or a mechanic's inspection?
No, never. It helps you shortlist listings before you travel and prepare your questions. Before you buy, always check the MOT history, ask for the service history and take a proper test drive.
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